Key Resources

Major References

The Oxford Companion to Australian Children's Literature
History, biography and criticism in a useful dictionary format.

Authors & Illustrators of Australian Children's Books
Each entry has a substantial bio-bibliograpical article complete with a photograph.

Australian Children's Books: a Bibliography
Marcie Muir's work is a comprehensive and authoritative source. A highlight is the entire publishing history of Norman Lindsay.

Books in the Life of a Child : Bridges to Literature and Learning
Saxby's critical guide provides an emphasis on the value of reading.

A History of Australian Children's Literature 1841 - 1940
A history of Australian Children's Literature 1941 - 1970
The Proof of the Puddin' : Australian Children's Literature 1970 - 1990
These authentic and scholarly, historical narratives by H. M. Saxby are "standard" works in this genre.

The Dromkeen Book of Australian Children's Literature
A historical record and sumptuous portfolio, including more contemporary work.

Something About the Author
One of the excellent Gale Research series, comprising over 100 volumes with numerous illustrations.

Journals

Children's Bookseller & Publisher
A special supplement to Australian Bookseller & Publisher, issued each April and October.

Fiction Focus : New Books for Teenagers
Produced at the Education Department of Western Australia, this reviewing journal includes non-print media. You can find out more about it on their web site.

Magpies : Talking About Books for Children
Contains reviews and features on authors and publishing.

Reading Time: New Books for Boys and Girls
Produced by the Children's Book Council of Australia, with an emphasis on reviews.

Viewpoint : on Books for Young Adults
Feature articles on the authors as well as reviews. Also has a web site.